Blasting from the past reminds us, for better or worse, that somethings never change, who we were, who we are becoming and sometimes how dreams, hopes and idols come crashing down. Hashtag throwback Thursday!

It’s here! It’s here!!! OMG I am so excited! I can now drive in car pool lanes.
HB and I started car pooling regularly about three years ago. Not easy to coordinate, his schedule is very different than mine. He works typical business hours and then some, where I work from 2:45 to 8:15 p.m. A big change last year made it easier. Husband Bob …

Number one tip: Whether it’s an airport delay or flight cancellation, contact your airline – immediately. Here’s why:
Airlines have fewer seats on fewer flights these days, so only a lucky few will be able to grab the next available seats on a flight. Being first in line to snag a seat is key.
If Your Flight is Canceled Multi-task communications:
If your flight is canceled or delayed, immediately get in line for a gate agent; at the same time, call the airline (it may be quicker).
Use your elite miles status:
If your status entitles you to a dedicated airline contact hotline, use it.
Follow your airline on Twitter:
Airlines have staff monitoring social networks, and may respond more quickly to tweets for help than other communications

Not Obamajam, this time Joejam gets the dreaded cone zone award for causing us weary commuters extra traffic troubles and tantrums. Both Los Angeles and Burbank police announced which roads to avoid for Vice President Joe Biden’s visit to Southern California. Biden is expected to be in Culver City tomorrow at West Los Angeles College and then Saturday his schedule puts him in Irvine.
Rodeo Drive …